How many syllables in “parliamentary”?
syllables in "parliamentary"
Word details
Syllables
5
par · lia · men · ta · ry
Letters
13
p · a · r · l · i · a · m · e · n · t · a · r · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “parliamentary”
The word “parliamentary” contains 5 syllables, divided as par · lia · men · ta · ry. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "parliamentary" have?
"parliamentary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "parliamentary" into syllables?
"parliamentary" is divided into syllables as: par · lia · men · ta · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "parliamentary"?
The Scrabble score for "parliamentary" is 20 points.
Using “parliamentary” in writing
"parliamentary" (par · lia · men · ta · ry) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “parliamentary” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.